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Contract Administrator roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in business, contract law, or a related field. Employers in defense, construction, and tech regularly file LCAs for this title. Sponsorship timelines depend on whether your employer files standard or premium processing.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you looking for an opportunity to utilize your experience in contract law, drafting, and review and join a face-paced, growing, multinational organization? If so, we have an exciting new opportunity as a Contracts Administrator based in our King of Prussia, PA office. In this role you will work closely with project and sales teams in the US. If this sounds interesting to you please review the job description below and apply today!
As a Contracts Administrator, a typically day might include:
- Preparing customer contracts/documents, including some independent drafting and negotiating within established guidelines.
- Preparing contract summaries and communicating with project and sales teams.
- Communicating with both internal and other parties to resolve issues with proposed contracts.
- Delivering training to internal customers as required.
- Effectively using contract management systems including report generation, maintenance, project updates, and authorizations.
- Other duties as assigned.
This job might be for you if:
- You have 3+ years’ experience drafting, reviewing and/or negotiating contracts
- Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- You are detail oriented, organized, and can work autonomously.
About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages. Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
Location
King of Prussia, PA – This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
- We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range: $76,100 – $112,400 annually
We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Contract Administrator II level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your experience in contract law, drafting, and review and join a face-paced, growing, multinational organization? If so, we have an exciting new opportunity as a Contracts Administrator based in our King of Prussia, PA office. In this role you will work closely with project and sales teams in the US. If this sounds interesting to you please review the job description below and apply today!
As a Contracts Administrator, a typically day might include:
- Preparing customer contracts/documents, including some independent drafting and negotiating within established guidelines.
- Preparing contract summaries and communicating with project and sales teams.
- Communicating with both internal and other parties to resolve issues with proposed contracts.
- Delivering training to internal customers as required.
- Effectively using contract management systems including report generation, maintenance, project updates, and authorizations.
- Other duties as assigned.
This job might be for you if:
- You have 3+ years’ experience drafting, reviewing and/or negotiating contracts
- Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- You are detail oriented, organized, and can work autonomously.
About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages. Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
Location
King of Prussia, PA – This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
- We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range: $76,100 – $112,400 annually
We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Contract Administrator II level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Contract Administrator
Verify your degree field supports LCA filing
The DOL's LCA requires your employer to certify your role is a specialty occupation. A degree in business administration, contract management, or supply chain directly maps to this title. A general studies degree may trigger an RFE.
Target employers with OFCCP or federal contract exposure
Defense contractors, construction management firms, and government-facing tech companies file LCAs for Contract Administrators at higher rates. These employers already have H-1B petition infrastructure in place and are familiar with prevailing-wage compliance.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by job title and employer on Migrate Mate to see which companies have active LCA filing history for Contract Administrator roles. This saves you from applying to employers with no sponsorship track record in this occupation.
Confirm prevailing wage level before negotiating salary
Your employer's LCA must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Contract Administrator in your metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you understand the wage level floors tied to your experience.
Ask whether your employer uses standard or premium processing
USCIS standard processing for an H-1B petition can run several months. If your start date is firm, ask your employer early whether they'll pay for premium processing, which guarantees a 15-business-day adjudication decision from USCIS.
Get a NCMA or CPCM credential before filing season
A National Contract Management Association certification strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition. USCIS adjudicators look for credential evidence that distinguishes Contract Administrator from generalist business roles.
H-1B Visa Contract Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Contract Administrator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business, contract law, supply chain management, or a related discipline. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field face higher RFE risk. Your employer's job description and internal hiring standards are what USCIS scrutinizes most closely during adjudication.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Contract Administrator jobs?
Defense and aerospace contractors, construction management firms, IT services companies with government contracts, and large healthcare systems file LCAs for this title regularly. These employers deal with high contract volumes, have dedicated procurement teams, and are already experienced navigating the DOL's prevailing-wage certification process. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to a Contract Administrator position?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify with the DOL that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for Contract Administrator in your specific metropolitan area. The prevailing wage is determined by wage level and local labor market data. You can look up current wage floors using the OFLC Wage Search tool before evaluating any offer.
Can a Contract Administrator role support an employment-based green card later?
It can, but the path depends on how your employer classifies the role. EB-2 or EB-3 PERM sponsorship is available for Contract Administrator positions that require a bachelor's degree. Employers must run a full PERM labor market test through the DOL before filing an I-140 petition. Roles with overly broad requirements sometimes face PERM audits, so the job description matters at every stage.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts showing a degree in a qualifying field, a copy of your current I-94, any prior H-1B approval notices if you're transferring, and a detailed letter from your employer documenting the specialty occupation requirements of the Contract Administrator role. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation report from an accredited evaluation service is also required by USCIS.